as-525 axtrax software manual 190409

AS-525AxTrax Access Control Management Software

Software Manual

April 2009

Table of Contents

Table of Contents1. Introduction ............................................................................. 51.1 System Features ............................................................... 5 1.2 AxTrax Server and Client ................................................... 6 1.3 Using this User Guide ........................................................ 6

2. Specifications and Requirements ........................................... 72.1 System Capabilities.......................................................... 7 2.2 System Requirements ...................................................... 8

3. Installation ............................................................................... 93.1 Choosing an SQL Server ................................................... 9 3.2 Starting the AxTrax Installer ................................................ 9 3.3 Installing AxTrax AS-525................................................... 10 3.4 Firewall Settings .............................................................. 15 3.5 SQL Server Settings ......................................................... 15 3.6 Camera Installation & Requirement Steps ..................... 15

4. System Overview ................................................................... 164.1 Starting the Software ...................................................... 16 4.2 The AxTrax AS-525 Main Window..................................... 17 4.3 Menu Bar ....................................................................... 18 4.4 Toolbar ........................................................................... 19 4.5 Tree View ........................................................................ 21

5. How to Set Up a Site ............................................................. 245.1 Defining Time Zones ....................................................... 25 5.2 Defining a Network ......................................................... 26 5.3 Adding Access Control Panels ....................................... 28 5.4 Setting Door Properties ................................................... 33AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page ii

Table of Contents 5.5 Configuring the Reader ................................................. 35 5.6 Configuring the Inputs .................................................... 38 5.7 Creating Access Groups ................................................ 39 5.8 Creating Input Groups ................................................... 41 5.9 Creating Output Groups ................................................ 42 5.10 Defining Cards ............................................................... 43 5.11 Defining Departments, Users and Visitors ........................ 45 5.12 Creating Access Areas and Global Antipassback Rules 51 5.13 Setting Panel Links .......................................................... 53 5.14 Creating Elevator Control ............................................... 55 5.15 Creating Status Maps ..................................................... 57 5.16 Setting Door Forced ....................................................... 59 5.17 Setting Door Held Open ................................................. 60 5.18 Door Interlock ................................................................. 62

6. ViTrax Video Integration ..................................................... 656.1 Connecting to ViTrax Server............................................ 65 6.2 Adding a Camera to AC-525 panel .............................. 67 6.3 Conditioned Recording via Panel Links .......................... 68 6.4 Viewing Recorded events .............................................. 69

7. Manual Operation ................................................................. 727.1 Controlling the Door Manually ........................................ 72 7.2 Changing the Reader Mode ......................................... 73 7.3 Controlling Outputs Manually ......................................... 74 7.4 Manually Disarming Inputs ............................................. 75 7.5 Testing the Siren ............................................................. 76

8. Reports ................................................................................... 778.1 Immediate Reports ........................................................ 77 8.2 Archive Reports .............................................................. 78Page iii AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

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9. Administrator Operations .................................................... 799.1 Setting the Time and Date ............................................. 79 9.2 Detecting Panels Automatically ..................................... 79 9.3 Manual Download of Panel Data................................... 80 9.4 Downloading Failed Data .............................................. 81 9.5 Testing User Counters ..................................................... 82 9.6 Maintaining the Database ............................................. 82 9.7 AxTrax Options and Preferences ..................................... 84 9.8 Importing User Data ....................................................... 89

Appendix A. Appendix B. Appendix C. Appendix D.

Firewall Configuration ................................... 91 SQL Service Settings ...................................... 96 Network Configuration .................................. 98 Technical Support ........................................ 105

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Introduction

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Introduction

The AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System is a complete software management system for use with AC-215, AC-225 and AC-525 Access control panels. The AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System is user-friendly, intuitive, and rich in functionality. The system can manage up to 30,000 users and offers complete control over up to 4092 doors (with MD-D02 reader expansion board). Using AxTrax AS-525, configured doors by area and time, for different types of personnel and for varying alarm situations. The AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System is capable of integrating with Video Surveillance software ViTrax. The main purpose of the integration is to enable video recording based on access control events and convenient playback. This Manual is compatible with AxTrax AS-525 software Version 00.03.17 and above, as well as ViTrax Version 1.6.15.15382.

1.1 System FeaturesThe AxTrax AS-525 makes it possible to control and monitor every aspect of access control on a site. The system includes an in-built software security system that controls access to the system database and logs all operations performed. In addition, the system boasts the following Professional Grade Features: Free basic level-0 server software license for up to 64 panels (ACUs). Three incremental license levels can be activated by buying a Rosslare HASP key (CD-ROM is provided with the package) User-friendly PC software with intuitive layout reduces complexity of access control Manages user data, photo and information fields, access rights, alarms, strike time, and door mode, all from one central location Produces reports from acquired data, such as entry and exit times, and any types of alarms, by user, location, and time Available in a large variety of languages Compatible with additional software modules from Rosslare for time and Attendance and photo ID card development Backward compatibility with VeriTrax AS-215 and AS-225

Access ControlAccess groups define access rights for every part of the site. Access rights are time dependent for example, users in the "Mornings Only" access group could have access to certain areas of the site between 9am and 12pm only. Every user is assigned to an access group. The system also stores an identification photograph and personal details for each user and userPage 5 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

Introductionspecific access settings, such as Antipassback immunity; requirements for an extended open door period; configurable special privileges and triggered outputs.

Access MonitoringThe AxTrax AS-525 records every attempt to open a door within the site. Status maps show the state of every part of a facility, while an Events log records complete details of every time access granted or denied for every door on site while also monitoring possible door tampering and forced entries. The AxTrax AS-525 can also produce a variety of access reports, including usage reports, attendance records and roll calls. Using the AxTrax Report Wizard, users can design their custom reports to meet their specific needs.

Software SecurityAccess to the AxTrax AS-525 software is password controlled. It is possible to grant different operators restricted security rights, with access to only specified elements of the system or with read-only access.

1.2 AxTrax Server and ClientThe AxTrax AS-525 system includes both the AxTrax AS-525 Server and the AxTrax AS-525 Client software. AxTrax AS-525 Server should be installed on the computer that will control the Access control panels and manage the database. It includes a full suite of administrator functions, including the ability to change panel network parameters, download new firmware to individual access control panels and manage the AxTrax AS-525 database. Additional computers can use the AxTrax AS-525 Client software, which connects to the panel network through the AxTrax AS-525 Server. The AxTrax Client has a limited operation set, and can only send or receive information from Access Control panels when the AxTrax Server is operating and connected to the panel network. One AxTrax AS-525 Server can serve an unlimited number of AxTrax AS-525 Clients.

1.3 Using this User GuideThis user guide provides all the information required to start working with the AxTrax AS-525, refer to the AC-215, AC-225 or the AC-525 hardware manuals for wiring and installation. How to install the AxTrax AS-525 on a computer The basic functionality of the AxTrax AS-525 How to set-up the AxTrax AS-525 for a new site How to monitor and manage a site using the AxTrax AS-525AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 6

Specifications and Requirements

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2.1 System CapabilitiesGeneralSoftware Architecture Database type Max. of Users Max. Access Groups Max. Number of Time Zones Max. Cards per User Max. Number of Doors Max. Access Control Panels Antipassback Client - Server SQL Server 2005 30,000 30,000 32 16 4092 1023 Timed Door Global - Across an entire Facility International Holiday Support 64

NetworksMax. Number of Networks Supported Access Control Panel Models 1023 AC-215 AC-215 (SPV) AC-225 AC-225 with MD-IO84 AC-225 with MD-D02 AC-525 with MD-IO84 AC-525 with MD-D02 Panel Networks communication interface Serial (RS-232) TCP-IP Modem Communication speed 9600115200 bps

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2.2 System RequirementsAxTrax AS-525 System Minimum RequirementsOperating System Processor Memory Network Hard Disk space Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista Pentium 4 or better 256 MB (512 MB recommended) LAN card required for TCP/IP networking 1.5 GB (500 MB free space)

SQL Express Server Minimum Requirements(SQL Server Express is not always required. See Choosing an SQL Server, page 9.) Operating System Windows XP SP2, Window Server 2003, Windows Vista Processor Memory Hard Disk space Pentium 4 or better 256 MB (512 MB recommended) 600 MB (256 MB free space)

HASP USB Key Requirements164 active panels 65256 active panels 257512 active panels 5131023 active panels HASP key not required Level 1 HASP key required Level 2 HASP key required Level 3 HASP key required


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Installation

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Installation

The AxTrax AS-525 installation CD-ROM includes all the set-up files required to run the AxTrax Server or Client on a computer. The installer includes the following elements: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Microsoft.NET 2.0 Framework AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System (Server or Client version) HASP key controller (AxTrax Server only)

Note:SQL Server Express and the Microsoft .NET Framework are prerequisite software and are not installed unless required.

3.1 Choosing an SQL ServerThe AxTrax Server operates using an SQL database. If there is already an SQL server available on your computer network, use it to run the AxTrax database. Alternatively, install the Microsoft SQL Server Express on the computer that will be used as the AxTrax server.

Note:Do not install the SQL server for AxTrax Client installations. AxTrax Clients connect to the AxTrax Server database.

3.2 Starting the AxTrax InstallerInstall the AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System using the installation CDROM.

To begin installing the AxTrax AS-525:1. 2. Insert the CD into your computer's CD drive. Open My Computer, double-click on the CD drive icon and then double-click the AxTrax AS-525 setup file. If the setup detects a previous version of AxTrax AS-525, a prompt will appear asking if you want to upgrade AxTrax AS-525 to the newer version. Note that upgrading to the newer version will only use current database information. Downloading of panel information is required after upgrading the AxTrax AS-525 version. If there is no SQL server installed, the Installation Requirements window opens.

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Figure 1: Installation Requirements window3. Click Install. If there is no SQL server installed, the following dialog appears: AxTrax AS-525 optionally uses Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express. Would you like to install it now? If you are installing AxTrax Client or if there is already an SQL server available on the computer network, click No. Otherwise, click Yes to install SQL Server Express.

Note:Install AxTrax Server on the computer that will connect to the Access control panels and manage the database. Install AxTrax Client on any additional computers. 4. If the Microsoft .NET 2.0 Framework is not installed on the computer, the following dialog appears: AxTrax AS-525 optionally uses Microsoft .NET 2.0 Framework. Would you like to install it now? Click Yes to install Microsoft .NET Framework. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installations.

3.3 Installing AxTrax AS-525After the installer has added any pre-requisite software to the system, the AxTrax AS-525 Install Shield Wizard installs the software.


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Installation

Figure 2: Install Shield Wizard

To Install AxTrax AS-525:1. Wait while AxTrax AS-525 prepares to install. The Welcome to the Install Shield Wizard window opens.

Figure 3: Welcome to the Install Shield Wizard window2. Click Next. The Select Database Server window opens.

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Figure 4: Select Database Server window3. Select the database server name. On AxTrax Client installation it is likely that the database server was installed on another PC, click Browse to select the database server location. 4. If the database server used was installed from VeriTrax setup program ("SQL Server express") than the instance name "\VeriTrax" should be added to the database computer name Set the "Connect using" to the default option ( "Server authentication using the login ID and password below" ) The only condition for setting "Windows authentication" is when using existing SQL database NOT installed from VeriTrax setup, and only if it was installed using Windows authentication. Click Next. The Setup Type window opens.

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Figure 5: Custom Setup windowAS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 12

Installation7. To install AxTrax Server, select Server from the list. -OrTo install AxTrax Client, select Client from the list.

Note:AxTrax must be first installed as AxTrax Server. Installing AxTrax Clients is optional. It can be useful for monitoring the system from more than one PC. 8. Click Next. The Destination Folder window opens.

Figure 6: Destination Folder window9. To select a new destination folder for AxTrax AS-525, click Change and browse to the required folder. The Ready to Install window opens.

10. Click Next.

Figure 7: Ready to Install windowPage 13 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

Installation11. Click Install. The installation process begins.

Figure 8: Installing AxTrax AS-525 window12. When the installation is complete, the Install Shield Wizard Completed window opens.

Figure 9: Install Shield Wizard Completed window13. Click Finish and restart the computer if requested. During Server installations, a dialog appears while the HASP key protection software is installed. The AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System is now fully installed on the computer.


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3.4 Firewall SettingsInternal firewall settings may prevent the AxTrax Server connecting to the SQL database or to panel control units using TCP/IP. For more information on how to configure a firewall, see Appendix A. Firewall Configuration, page 91. Contact your system administrator or Rosslare Technical Support for further guidance.

3.5 SQL Server SettingsAfter installing the AxTrax, verify that the SQL server service on the computer is running and set to the required installation. For more information on SQL servers settings, see Appendix B, page 96.

Note:If the SQL Express 2005 is installed (part of the installation package), the installation must be on the same Windows XP user account that is being used for AxTrax.

3.6 Camera Installation & Requirement StepsAxTrax AS-525 can connect with single or multiple ViTrax Servers installed in a LAN or WAN configuration (up to 10 ViTrax Servers are supported).

Note:Make sure to check AxTrax AS-525 and ViTrax version compatibility. To Install ViTrax Server and Client applications, refer to the ViTrax Software manual.

Note:When installing the AxTrax AS-525, make sure that the ViTrax Server has already been installed on the same PC (no license required for that ViTrax Server).

To Install Cameras:1. 2. 3. Activate ViTrax Server and Client (see ViTrax Software manual). Define ViTrax Servers (see 65). Define communication of AC-525 cameras to the ViTrax Server (see Defining communication of AC-525 cameras to the ViTrax Server). Activate AxTrax AS-525 and configure it (see System Overview and How to Set Up a Site).

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System Overview

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System Overview

The AxTrax AS-525 is controlled through an easy to use interface, with a tree-view list of all aspects of the site set-up and a toolbar for standard operations.

4.1 Starting the SoftwareThis section explains how to start the software and login to the main window.

To start the AxTrax AS-525:1. Click on the AxTrax AS-525 icon on the desktop, or select the program from the Rosslare folder in the Start menu.

Figure 10: AxTrax AS-525 Access Control System IconThe AxTrax Software login dialog appears.

Figure 11: AxTrax Software Dialog box2. Select an Operator name and enter a password.

Note:By default, the Administrator operator password is "admin". The SW versions in the screenshots are exemplary only Click OK. The main AxTrax AS-525 window opens.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 16

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System Overview

4.2 The AxTrax AS-525 Main WindowAll the central functionality of the AxTrax AS-525 is available from its main window.

Figure 12: AxTrax AS-525 Main windowThe AxTrax AS-525 Main window is divided into five sections: 1 Menu Bar 2 Toolbar Controls the general operation and set-up of the software. For more information, see Menu Bar, page 18. Use the toolbar icons for the key tasks required in managing access control across a facility. The available icons change according to the view selected. For more information, see Toolbar, page 19. The tree view allows users to configure, monitor and control every aspect of a facility access control. For more information, see Tree View, page 21. Displays all items within the tree view selected element. Displays general status information such as: Operator name, client or server mode, system readiness, system download, date and time.

3 Tree View 4 Display Area 5 Status Bar

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4.3 Menu BarThe menu bar controls the general operation and set-up of the software.

File MenuThe File menu has four options:

MenuLogon

DescriptionLog on to the AxTrax AS-525 system. When you log on as a new Operator, the previous Operator will be logged out.

Logoff

Close the current Operator account. The AxTrax software is minimized to the taskbar.

SQL Server Logon Log on to the SQL database server. ViTrax Server Exit Log on to the ViTrax server. Exit the AxTrax AS-525 software.

Tools MenuUse the Tools menu to manage the database and set software preferences. The menu has three options:

MenuDatabase

DescriptionOpen the Database window to backup the database or set a scheduled backup and to import or export the AxTrax AS-525 and/or VeriTrax AS-215/AS-225 configuration states and Events logs. Set software options and preferences, including national holidays, event highlighting, pop-up alarms, custom user information fields and Reports settings. Import user information from an Excel spreadsheet file.

Options

Import Data

Help MenuThe help menu has one option:

MenuAbout

DescriptionSoftware version information.


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4.4 ToolbarThe toolbar controls key tasks required to manage access control across a facility. When a new element is selected from the tree view, the toolbar icons change to suit the selected element. The following toolbar icons are available: General Icons

Icon

Name

Description

Open Door Manually Opens the Door Manual Operation window. See Controlling the Door Manually, page 72. Print New Edit Delete Delete All Events Icons Send the current display area view to the printer. Create a new element of the selected type. Edit the selected element. Delete the selected item. Remove all users or cards from the selected list.

Icon

NamePause

DescriptionPause the display of events in the display area. New events will be shown again when the Pause button is clicked a second time. Displays all Events that occurred within the last hour. Click the drop-down arrow to change the view. Displays all Events that occurred within the last two days. Click the drop-down arrow to change the view. Displays all Events that occurred within the last week. Click the drop-down arrow to change the view. Displays all Events that occurred within a selected period. Click the drop-down arrow to change the view.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

View Events within the last Hour View Events within the last Day View Events within the last Week View Periodical Events

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System OverviewView All Events Antipassback Forgive Show User Clear Alarm Archive Networks Icons Displays all Events. Click the drop-down arrow to change the view. Opens the Antipassback Forgive window, allowing the operator to cancel an antipassback restriction for the selected user. Opens the User window for the selected user. Opens the Alarm Details window, allowing the operator to reset the alarm. Opens Archive Camera Window for the selected Video Stream.

Icon

Name

Description

Update Firmware Send a firmware update to the selected access control panel. One Reader per Displays new panel with single reader per door Door (with/without extension panel). See Adding Access Control Panels, page 28. Two Readers per Displays new panel with two readers per door Door (with/without extension panel). See Adding Access Control Panels, page 28. Set Time Find Panels Set the time on the selected Access Control Panel. See Setting the Time and Date, page 79. Find and update panels within the network. See Detecting Panels Automatically, page 79.

Modem Manual Opens the Modem Status window, allowing the operator to connect or disconnect the modem and change the connection password. Camera Panel Icons View a list of cameras connected and assign cameras to panels, page 67.

Icon

NameManual Reader

DescriptionChange the operation mode of the readers on the selected panel. See Changing the Reader Mode, page 73.


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System Overview Icon NameControl Output Manually Control Input Manually Control Siren Manually Manually Download new Panel Data

DescriptionChange the settings for the outputs on the selected panel. See Controlling Outputs Manually, page 74. Change the settings for the inputs on the selected panel. See Manually Disarming Inputs, page 75. Test the siren for the selected panel. See Testing the Siren, page 76. Update the selected panel. See Manual Download of Panel Data, page 80.

Downloads the entire Panels Failed database. Manually Download failed See Downloading Failed Data: page 81 Data Departments\Users Icons

Icon

NameFind Users User Counter

DescriptionSearch for a user in the database. View current User count value. See Testing User Counters: page 82

Reports Icons

Icon

Name

Description

Produce Report Produce the selected report.

4.5 Tree ViewThe Tree View allows users to configure, monitor and control every aspect of a facility's access control network. When the user selects an element from the tree, its contents are shown in the main display area and the toolbar icons change to suit the selected element.

EventsThe Events log displays a log of every time access was granted or denied, for every door on a site. Monitoring for potential door tampering or forced entry, is logged and displays of internal system warnings, including Video stream archive are saved to the ViTrax database.Page 21 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

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Status MapThe Status Map displays the status of every door, reader and alarm in the facility on user-selected floor plans. The system can display multiple nested status maps, allowing users to show either the complete access control network or a specific area in detail.

NetworksA network is a group of up to 32 access control panels. The AxTrax Server connects to the panels across the panel network. The AxTrax AS-525 can support up to 1023 panel networks. For more information, see Defining a Network, on page 26.

Note:To work with 65 panels or more, a HASP security key must be connected to the AxTrax Server machine. See System Requirements, page 8.

Time ZonesDefines a weekly time period or set of time periods, for example, "Office Hours" or "Out of Office Hours". Door access rights, alarms and input and output behavior can all be set to behave differently within each Time Zone. For more information, see Defining Time Zones, page 25.

Access GroupsAn Access Group defines when each reader on the site will be available for access. All site personnel are assigned to appropriate Access Groups. For more information, see Creating Access Groups, page 39.

Input and Output GroupsInput and output groups defines sets of outputs or inputs that should be managed together within a panel. For more information, see Configuring the Inputs, page 38.

Access Areas and Global AntipassbackA facility can be sub-divided into several access areas in order to configure and manage it more effectively. Antipassback rules can be applied for each access area to prevent one user's card or entry code being used for two subsequent entries and to prevent a second entry without a previous exit. Creating Access Areas and Global Antipassback Rules, page 51.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 22

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CardsLists all cards in the system with their statuses, and allows the manual or automatic addition of cards to the system. For more information, see Defining Cards, page 41.

Departments and VisitorsLists departments and users, as well as visitors. Every user is a member of a department. It is possible to assign each user a card and/or a PIN code, set access rights, personal details, and an identification photograph for each user. Creates visitors with their specific associated rights. For more information, see Defining Users and Departments, page 44.

HolidaysDefines annual holiday dates. Using Time Zones, it is possible to set special access behaviors for holiday time.

Note:Selected holiday dates can also be imported into the AxTrax AS-525 from Microsoft Outlook.

OperatorsOperators are people with access to the AxTrax software. The default operator names are administrator, engineer and security. Different operators have wider or more restricted security rights, from complete control over the system to the ability only to view one section. All Operator passwords are case-sensitive.

ReportsAxTrax can produce various reports, including usage reports, attendance records, visitors, and roll calls. The AxTrax Report Wizard allows users to design their own custom reports, based on their needs. For more information, see Reports, page 77.

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How to Set Up a Site

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How to Set Up a SiteSectionSee Defining Time Zones, page 25. See Defining a Network, page 26.

This section outlines a suggested step-by-step process for configuring the AxTrax AS-525 for a site.

Step ActionDefine the Time Zones Define a Network

Define and Configure an See Adding Access Control Panels, Access Control Panel page 28. Configure the Doors Configure the Readers Configure the Inputs Create Access Groups Define new Cards Set-up new Users See Setting Door Properties, page 33. See Configuring the Reader, page 35. See Configuring the Inputs, page 38. See Creating Access Groups, page 39. See Defining Cards, page 43. See Defining Departments, Users, and Visitors, page 45.

Define Access Areas and See Defining Access Areas and Antipassback Antipassback, page 51. Set Panel Links Create a Status Map See Setting Panel Links, page 53. See Creating Status Maps, page 57.

The AxTrax AS-525 system performs an automatic data download for any parameter related to the hardware. If panels are connected and active, "Downloading" will appear on the status bar after any downloaded parameter change. "Ready" appears when download is complete, however it may also appear after a failed download.

Note:It is the operators responsibility to verify that the download operation succeeded or failed. This can be verified in the system event list or by checking the download failed data manually, see page 81 .


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5.1 Defining Time ZonesA time zone is a group of periods within a week. Door access rights, alarms and input and output behavior can all be set to behave differently for each Time Zone. Many operations can automatically enable or disable within a selected time zone. The Time Zone Properties window displays the selected periods for each day in the week. It is possible to set a maximum of eight different periods.

To set a new time zone:1. Select Time Zones from the tree view. on the toolbar. Click the New icon The Time Zones Properties window opens.

Figure 13: Time Zone Properties windowThe Time Zone Properties window contains the following fields:

FieldDescription Start / End SunHol

DescriptionEnter a name for the time zone. Enter a start time and an end time for each period. Select the days on which the time period is within the time zone. The "Holiday" day can be set to include national holidays. Clear all the time zone settings.

Clear All

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How to Set Up a Site2. Enter a name for the time zone and set the required time periods. Click OK. The window closes and the display area displays the new time zone.

Note:Time settings can be copy-and-pasted between time zones. Right-click on a time zone and select Copy from the shortcut menu then Right-click on a second time zone and select Paste from the shortcut menu.

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Defining a Network

The AxTrax AS-525 communicates with each access control panel as part of a network. A network is a group of up to 32 access control panels. The Network window includes the following information: The network's name, address and status The DIP switch settings for the communication speed The type of network connection and the connection settings

To access the network window:1. In the Tree view, click Networks, and from the Network toolbar, click New . The Network window is displayed.

Figure 14: Network window


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How to Set Up a SiteThe Network window contains the following fields:

FieldDescription

DescriptionEnter a name for the network. The network address for the network is shown to the right of the network name. Enable the checkbox when the network is connected and operational. Select the Network type: Serial, TCP/IP or Modem. See Network Configuration, on page 98. Set the connection type and speed. For TCP/IP connections, set the IP Address. See Network Configuration, on page 98. Opens the Configuration window to set communication preferences. This button appears when selecting a Modem or TCP/IP LAN network. For more information, see Network Configuration, page 98. Sets the Maximum Communication timeout for panel response time; Set to "Slow" if panel response is not consistent. This condition may occur due to busy TCP/IP network or when connecting panels on a WAN in remote sites

Enabled Network Type

Serial / TCP/IP / Modem Network

Configuration

Advanced

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Enter a name for the new Network in the Description box and select the Enabled check box. Select the Network type and set the connection settings. For a Modem, click the Configuration button to set dialing preferences for the computer's modem and the receiving modem. For a TCP/IP LAN, click the Configuration button to locate the hardware on the local network. For more information on how to configure an access control network, see Network Configuration, page 98. Check with your system administrator for more information, or contact Rosslare technical support (see Technical Support, page 105), Un-check the "Enabled" checkbox if you wish to pause communication to panels on the network.

3. 4.

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How to Set Up a SiteNote:Access control panels connect to a TCP/IP network via a MD-N32 TCP to Serial converter or using the on board converters in AC-225 or AC-525. Refer to the relevant hardware installation guides for more details. For all types of network, set the DIP switch on the Access control panel hardware to match the diagram at the top of the screen.

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Note:Make sure to power-down and then power-up the panels after changing DIP switch.

5.3 Adding Access Control PanelsEvery network is a cluster of access control panels. Each Panel can be configured using two readers per door when the door acts as both the entrance and exit to an area of the site. In their standard form, each access control panel has two readers and it can be configured as either as single door with two readers or as two doors with one reader per each door. When using optional MD-D02 readers expansion board (supported by AC-225 or AC-525) each panel will have four readers and can be configures as four doors panel. Use two readers per door when one door acts as both the entrance and exit to an area of the site. When only an entry reader is required, use one reader per door. For example: Use configuration with two readers per door set to IN and OUT, to produce attendance reports. Use one reader per door configuration to control two doors with "IN" reader only (exiting the premises will be by REX switch or by mechanical door handle only).

General Panel SettingsThe General tab of the Door Controller Panel Properties window displays the following: The panel's address and status The DIP switch settings for the panel, If panel expansion boards are installed: The input and output connections for the panel The panel's hardware version Refer to AC-525 Hardware manual for further details on panel configurations.


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How to Set Up a Site To add a panel:1. 2. In the tree view, click on Networks. The available networks are listed in the display area. Select a network. For one reader per door on the Access Control Panel, click the One Reader per Door icon Reader per Door icon . . For two readers per door on Access Control Panel, click the Two

Note:Make sure that Dip Switch 3 position on the panel corresponds with it's position demonstrated on the panel properties window. The Door Controller Panel Properties window opens.

Figure 15: Door Controller Panel Properties windowThe Door Controller Panel Properties window contains the following fields:

FieldPanel Address Hardware Version Enabled

DescriptionEnter an address number for the panel. The network's address is displayed to the left of the panel address. Valid entries are 1-32. Select the appropriate panel hardware type. Enable the checkbox to activate this panel. Clear the checkbox if the panel is not connected.

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How to Set Up a Site FieldUpload Previous Events Inputs Outputs Test

DescriptionEnable the checkbox to send previous logged events from the panel. Displays the input connections for the panel. Displays the output connections for the panel. Click to test the panel is correctly connected to the computer. The Test Panel window displays hardware details including hardware type, firmware and bootloader versions, and indicates whether an I/O expansion board is installed on the panel.

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Select the appropriate Hardware Version for your panel. Ensure that the DIP switch on the panel matches the diagram at the top of the screen. Click OK. The window closes and the display area displays the new Panel.

Note:After a panel is connected, AxTrax AS-525 can also detect and add it automatically. For more information, see Detecting Panels Automatically, page 79.

Configuring the PanelEach panel has individual settings for antipassback behavior and for recording events. Once the panel is connected, configure a panel's options from the Options tab in the Door Controller Panel Properties window.

Note:When there is communication with the panel the Tx and Rx LEDs flash.

To configure a panel:1. 2. In the tree view, click on Networks. The available networks are listed in the display area. Expand a network in the tree view and select a panel to configure. Click on the Edit icon . The Door Controller Panel Properties appears.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 30


Figure 16: Door Controller Panel Properties Options tabThe Options tab contains the following fields:

FieldAutomatic Antipassback Hard Soft Reader 1-4

DescriptionSelect the time zone for door antipassback rules to apply. When hard antipassback is selected, an event is generated and the door does not open. When soft antipassback is selected, the door opens but an event is generated. Enable the checkboxes to apply antipassback restrictions to Reader 1 thru Reader 4 as required. Only when the check-box is checked is the reader Antipassback enabled.

Select

Open the Events Filter and select the Events this Panel should record. Set the filter's operation method: Always Active- Only the selected events are recorded by the panel. Active when disconnected- If the panel is disconnected from the AxTrax server, only the selected events are recorded. When the panel is connected to the server, all event are recorded.

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How to Set Up a Site FieldDoor Interlock

DescriptionCheck the Enable checkbox to enable Door Interlock. Check the Enable Door 1-4 checkboxes to apply the Door Interlock restrictions to Doors 1-4. The Door Interlock function is only enabled when the Enable check boxes and a minimum of two Doors are checked.

Note: The Door Antipassback feature is now available for four doors. To activate Antipassback, check the IN Reader / OUT Reader check-box next to the appropriate reader/s. Interlock(for Panels with 2, 4 Doors only) is preserved in order to open another door when the current door is open. 3. 4. Click on the Options tab. Set Antipassback and event filtering for this panel and click Test. The test screen displays the following information:

Figure 17: Panel Connection Test

FieldBootloader version Hardware MD-IO84

DescriptionThe bootloader version of the board. The hardware name. MD-IO84 does or does not existPage 32

Firmware version The firmware version of the board.

Supervised Inputs The panel is secure in case of tampering.


How to Set Up a Site FieldMD-D02 5.

DescriptionMD-D02 does or does not exist

Click OK. The window closes and the display area displays the new Panel.

Note:A panel configuration can be copied-and-pasted between panels. Right-click on a panel and select Copy from the shortcut menu then Right-click on a second panel and select Paste from the shortcut menu. Properties can only be copied between panels of the same door controller type and hardware version.

5.4 Setting Door PropertiesEvery Panel controls one or two doors, or four doors if MD-D02 reader extension board is connected. Each door can be configured individually. The Door Controller Properties window displays the following: The settings for unlocking and re-locking The time available before the door relocks or records alarm events

To set door properties:1. 2. In the tree view, click on Networks. The available networks are listed in the display area. Select a network and expand a panel in the tree view. Select a door to set its properties. Click on the Edit icon . The Door Controller Properties Window opens.

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Figure 18: Door Properties windowThe Door Properties window contains the following fields:

FieldDescription REX enabled

DescriptionEnter a name for the door. A Request to Exit unlocks the door for a user-defined duration. Enable the checkbox to allow Requests to Exit for this door. The door REX inputs locations depends on panel configurations, they can be seen in the panel properties window.

First person delay Sets the door's behavior during an automatic unlock time zone. Enable the checkbox to require that during on automatic the selected Time Zone the door remains unlocked only unlock after the first user opens it. The automatic unlock time zone is selected in Panel Links Window by selecting the output corresponding to that door. See Setting Panel Links, page 53. Enable this checkbox to ensure fail Safe door opening if Door output polarity is Normal the Fail Safe door Lock Device power fails. Once enabled, the door output relay will activate when the Closed door is closed and de-activate when door is open. In this configuration, the Fail Safe lock device should be wired to the door relay N.O (Normal Open) and COM (Common) terminals. Manual Door Open Enabled Enable this checkbox to allow operators to adjust the door manually. See Controlling the Door Manually, page 72.Page 34


How to Set Up a Site FieldDoor open time Extended door open time Door held open

DescriptionSet the duration for which the door stays unlocked. Set the duration for which the door stays unlocked for users with Extended door open rights. Set the duration for which the door can be held open without raising an event. Enable the checkbox to use this timer. Set the duration after which when the door is forced an event occurs. Enable the checkbox to use this timer.

Door Forced Open 4.

Configure the door as required and click OK.

5.5 Configuring the ReaderA panel can be connected to two readers, or four readers when MD-D02 extension board is connected. The reader properties window has two tabs: The General tab sets general operation settings for the reader The Options tab sets access options for the reader

To configure a Reader:1. 2. In the tree view, click on Networks. The available networks are listed in the display area. Select a network and expand a panel in the tree view. Expand a door within the panel and select a reader to set its properties. Click on the Edit icon . The Reader Properties Window opens.

General Reader Operation SettingsThe Reader Properties General tab displays: The settings for how the reader will operate The type of reader that is being used

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Figure 19: Reader Properties General tabThe Reader Properties General tab contains the following fields:

FieldDescription Operation Mode

DescriptionEnter the name of the reader. Select how the reader operates. Inactive: The reader is not in use. Card Only: The reader will accept RFID cards only. PIN Only: The reader will accept PIN inputs only. Card or PIN: The reader will accept both cards and PIN codes. Desktop: The reader is inactive, but being used to record new cards on the computer. No Access Mode: The reader will not grant access to any users. Select whether in the reader is allowing access into the area or exit out of it. Select a time zone during which access should be granted only after both the card and PIN are entered. The PIN must be entered within 10 seconds of the card. Enable the checkbox to allow the reader to unlock the door.

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How to Set Up a Site FieldDeduct User Counter

DescriptionEnable the checkbox to record this entry against the user's entry allowance counter. See General User Properties, page 45.

Reader type Select the data transmission type for the reader hardware. Keypad type Select the data transmission type for the type of keypad hardware. Enable the checkbox to allow access to any user assigned Check facility code to a facility listed in the selected list of facilities. only The list of facilities is defined on the Options tab. AYC-W6500 Enable the checkbox to interface with the AYC-W6500 Biometric biometric reader and its PC application, BioTrax. Reader 3. Configure the reader as required and click OK.

Reader Access OptionsThe Reader Properties Options tab displays: Timed antipassback settings for the reader Restricted site access settings

Figure 20: Reader Properties Options tab

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How to Set Up a SiteThe Reader Properties window contains the following fields:

FieldAutomatic Antipassback Hard Soft Time Add from List

DescriptionSelect the time zone in which timed antipassback rules apply. To set Time Zones, see Defining Time Zones, page 25. When hard antipassback is selected, an event is generated and the door does not open. When soft antipassback is selected, the door opens but an event is generated. Set the number of minutes before a user can re-enter using this reader. Click to add sites from a list. The site list applies only when the Check site code only checkbox on the General tab is enabled.

Add Manually

Click to enter a site code. The site list applies only when the Check site code only checkbox on the General tab is enabled.

Remove 4.

Remove the selected site from the list.

Configure the reader as required and click OK.

5.6 Configuring the InputsEvery panel has four inputs. Using MD-IO84 adds another eight inputs (12 inputs total) and using MD-D02 adds four inputs (8 inputs total). Some inputs are dedicated and some are general purpose inputs. The panel properties window displays the settings for each input. Input type is programmed individually no matter if it is a dedicated input or general purpose input.

To configure an Input:1. 2. In the tree view, click on Networks. The available networks are listed in the display area. Select a network and expand a panel in the tree view. Select Inputs and select an input from the display area. 3. Click on the Edit icon . The Input Properties Window opens.


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Figure 21: Input Properties windowThe Panel Properties window contains the following fields:

FieldDescription Type

DescriptionEnter a name for the input. Select the type of input to be monitored. Normally Open/Close: An input either in an open or close state. Normally Open/Close 1 Resistor: An input in an open, close or trouble state. This option is only available for supervised inputs. Normally Open/Close 2 Resistor: An input in an open, close or trouble state, with additional checks for short-circuit and open-circuit tampering. This option is only available for supervised inputs. For more information, please refer to the access control panel hardware manual.

Activity start delay

Set the delay time before this input becomes active. Note that on normally open input, the delay starts once the input contact is closed. On normally closed input, the delay starts once the input contact opens.

4.

Configure the input as required and click OK.

5.7 Creating Access GroupsAn access group is a list of door readers and of time zones during which each of those door readers are available for access. Every user is assigned to an access group. The Access Group window lists all the door readers defined in the database and the time zones during which they can be accessed.Page 39 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

How to Set Up a Site To create an access group:1. Expand the Groups element in the tree view and select Access on the toolbar. Groups. Click the New icon The Access Groups window opens.

Figure 22: Access Group windowThe Access Group window contains the following fields:

FieldDescription Reader

DescriptionEnter a name for the access group. Lists every reader defined in the database.

Group time zone Select the time zone during which this reader should be accessible. 2. Enter a name for the access group and set time zones for readers as required. Click OK. The window closes and the display area displays the new access group.

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5.8 Creating Input GroupsInput groups are a collection of Inputs from panel or panels that can be used in panel links to perform advanced operations.

To set an Input Group1. 2. Go to the Groups section in the Tree View pane, and expand the view. Select "Input groups," and right click the selection to create a new group or Press the "New" icon to create a new Input group. Expand the network(s) and panels. Finally, check all relevant Inputs.

3. 4.

Figure 23: Input Group Creation

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5.9 Creating Output GroupsOutput groups are a collection of Outputs from panel or panels that can be used in panel links to perform advanced operations, such as Elevator control.

To set an Output Group1. 2. Go to the Groups section in the Tree View pane, and expand this view. Select "Output groups," and right click the selection to create a new group or Press the "New" icon to create new Output group. Expand the Network(s) and panels. Finally, check all relevant Outputs.

3. 4.

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5.10 Defining CardsThe AxTrax database maintains a list of every user card or PIN that has been assigned. The Add Cards window defines: The type of reader needed to read the card The number of cards to create If users should be created in the database for each new card

To Define Cards:1. Select Cards in the tree view. on the toolbar. Click the New icon The Add Cards window opens.

Figure 25: Add Cards- Manual tabThe Add Cards Manual tab contains the following fields:

FieldReader Type Cards quantity Start from Facility code New Users

DescriptionSelect the type of reader appropriate for these cards. Enter the number of cards to add. Enter the card number for the first card in the set. Enter the site code for these cards. This field is not available for all reader types. Enable this checkbox to create a new user in the database for each new card.

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How to Set Up a Site FieldUser Number started from

DescriptionEnter the user number for the first user in the set. This field is only available when the New Users checkbox is enabled. A maximum of 1000 users can be generated at one time.

2.

Set fields as required and click Add. A dialog reports that the operation has been completed.

Enrolling cards using MD-08This option is available for users with the MD-08 unit on-board.

To Define MD-08:1. Select Cards in the tree view. on the toolbar. Click the New icon The Add Cards window opens (see Figure 25). 2. Click the MD-08 tab. The MD-08 tab is displayed.

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5.11 Defining Departments, Users and VisitorsEvery user is grouped within a department. The AxTrax AS-525 stores contact details for each user, associated card details and user access rights. The User Properties window has four tabs: General tab displays identification and control information Codes tab displays information about cards associated with the user Details tab records user contact details User Fields tab stores user-defined data

To create departments:1. 2. Select the Departments\Users element in the tree view. To create a new Department, click the New icon The Departments dialog appears. on the toolbar.

Figure 27: Department dialog3. Enter a name for the department and click OK.

To create users:1. Expand the Departments\Users element and select a Department for the new user. Click the New icon on the toolbar.

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The User Properties window opens.

General User PropertiesThe General tab displays: User identification information User validity settings Access rights for the user

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Figure 28: User Properties WindowThe General tab contains the following fields:

FieldAdd/Remove

DescriptionClick to add a photo of the user, or to remove an existing photo. Note that the selected photo aspect ratio should be 1.25 H x 1.00 L otherwise the photo may be distorted. Enter the user's first name. Enter the user's middle name. Enter the user's last name. Enter a unique user number to identify the user. Select the user's department. Select the user's access group.

First name Middle name Last name User number Department Access group


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How to Set Up a Site FieldSelect color

DescriptionClick to select which color to use to highlight this user when access events generated by that user. User highlighting must be activated in Tools > Options > General tab.

Location Valid date/time from Valid date/time until (checkbox) Valid date/time until (field)

Click to display a log of doors accessed by this user. Enter the date/time from which the user's access rights begin. Enable the checkbox to set the date/time on which the user's access rights end. Enter the date/time on which the user's access rights end. This field is only available when the checkbox has been enabled.

Enabled

Enable the checkbox to set an access rights countdown counter for this user. When the counter reaches zero, the user's access rights end.

Test Set new counter (checkbox) Set new counter (field)

Click to check the current state of the user's countdown counter. Enable the checkbox to set a new countdown counter value for this user. Enter a new countdown counter value for this user. This field is only enabled when the Set new counter checkbox has been enabled.

Rights

Antipassback immunity

Enable the checkbox to override any antipassback restrictions for this user.

Extended door Enable the checkbox to entitle this user to an open time extended unlocked door duration. The extended duration is set for each door. See Setting Door Properties, page 33. Links Access Granted command Enable the checkbox to activate a user-defined set of inputs or outputs for this user. The operations are set in the Links window. See Setting Panel Links, page 53.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

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How to Set Up a Site FieldAccess Denied command User selected Output group

DescriptionEnable the checkbox to activate a user-defined set of inputs or outputs for this user. The operations are set in the Links window. See Setting Panel Links, page 53. Select an output group for this user.

The outputs will be triggered every time the user accesses a door, as specified in the Links window. See Setting Panel Links, page 53. Handicapp Enable the checkbox to activate a dedicated ed check- output a short time after the door is unlocked. box The outputs are set in the Links window. See Setting Panel Links, page 53.

Associated Cards and CodesThe Codes tab displays: The card codes assigned to this user (up to 16 cards) The PIN code assigned to this user Biometric fingerprint templates for this user, only valid when using Rosslares AYC-W6500 Biometric reader and its corresponding PC application


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Figure 29: Users General tabThe Codes tab contains the following fields:

FieldSite Code Card Number Status Add from list Add Manually Number of digits Code Auto PIN Fingerprint

DescriptionThe site code assigned to this card. The unique number of this card. Select the status of the card. Inactive cards cannot gain access to the facility. Click to add a new card. All cards within the user's specified site code are listed. Click to create new cards from the Add Cards window. For more information, see, page 43. Select the length of the PIN for this user. Enter a PIN. Click to automatically generate a random PIN. Specifies if the user has recorded fingerprint templates. For use with the AYC-W6500 Biometric Reader and its corresponding PC application.

User Contact DetailsThe Details tab records contact and identification details about the user.

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Figure 30: Details tabThe Details tab contains the following fields:

FieldTelephone Mobile Fax Email Address Car registration Title Notes Details

DescriptionEnter an office telephone number for the user. Enter a cell phone number for the user. Enter a fax number for the user. Enter an email address for the user. Enter a postal address for the user. Enter the user's license plate number. Enter the user's title (e.g. "Mr."). Enter any additional information. Click to open the user's additional details folder.

Home telephone Enter a home telephone number for the user.

Employment Date Enter the date the user joined the firm.

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Figure 31: User Fields tabUser fields are defined in Tools > Options > User Fields tab. See User Defined Fields, page 88. Enter details for the user and click OK. Click "New User" from within user tab to add new users. The window closes and the display area displays the user.

3. 4. 5.

To create visitors:1. Expand the Departments\Visitors element and select Visitors to add new visitors. Click the New icon on the toolbar.

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The Visitor Properties window opens.

Note:For information on the Codes, Details, and User Fields tabs, please refer to the To Create Users section above.

5.12 Creating Access Areas and Global Antipassback RulesA large site can be divided into several smaller and more manageable access areas. Reports can be produced individually for each area. In addition, global Antipassback rules can be applied for each access area. When global Antipassback rules are in force, a user cannot re-enter an access area until they have left it.Page 51 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

How to Set Up a SiteNote:Global Antipassback functionality is only enforced when the AxTrax AS-525 is connected and monitoring the entire access control system. Use the Access Area window to add entry and exit door readers to and from an area within the facility.

To create a new access area:1. Expand Access Area in the tree view and select the parent area within which to add the new access area. Click the New icon on the toolbar. The Access Area window opens.

Figure 32: Access Area windowThe Access Area window contains the following fields:

FieldDescription Enter to area Exit from area 2.

DescriptionEnter a description for the access area. Lists the entry readers into this access area. Lists the exit readers out of this access area. Click to add and remove readers from the Enter to Area and Exit from Area lists.

Enter a name for the access area and select entry and exit readers. Click OK. The window closes and new access area appears in the display area.


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How to Set Up a Site3. Select Global Antipassback in the tree view and click the New icon on the toolbar. The Global Antipassback dialog appears.

Figure 33: Global Antipassback dialog box4. 5. Enter a description for the Antipassback rule, select the access area and time zone for which it applies. Select Hard or Soft Antipassback. Click OK. The dialog closes and the global Antipassback rule is shown in the display area.

Note:Global Antipassback will cause Antipassback event only on "Enter" readers to the defined "Area". To implement Antipassback on Exit readers as well, it is necessary to define a new area with opposite reader directions: Readers defined "Enter" in first area need to be defined again in the new Area as "Exit" readers, and "Exit" readers in first "Area" should be defined "Enter" readers in second "Area".

5.13 Setting Panel LinksPanel Links are rules for how the system should behave when events occur in the access control panel. The Links window displays: An event on a panel and the panel element to which the link response applies The required input or output response Any alarm message to display on the AxTrax AS-525 computer

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How to Set Up a Site2. Select a network and expand a panel in the tree view. Select Panel Links and select a link from the display area. Click on the Edit icon . The Links Window opens.

Figure 34: Links windowThe Links window contains the following fields:

FieldSource Type Source

DescriptionSelect the panel element type which raises the event. Select the panel element which raises the event. Up to 8 links can be added for each source in AC-225 and AC-525. Up to 2 links can be added for each source in AC-215. Select the event. Enable the checkbox to activate this link rule.Page 54

Event Enabled

Event Description Enter a description for the event.


How to Set Up a Site FieldGenerate Alarm Destination Type Destination Operation Time

DescriptionEnable the checkbox to generate an alarm condition when the selected event occurs. Select the panel element type that responds to the event. Select the panel element that responds to the event. Select the operation for the destination element to perform. Enter the duration for which this operation should apply. This box is only available when a time-bound operation is selected. Select the time zone during which this link rule applies. Enter a message to be displayed as an on-screen alarm when the selected event occurs. This box is only available when the Generate Alarm checkbox has been enabled.

Time Zone Alarm Message

Select Color

Click to select a color for the alarm message. This box is only available when the Generate Alarm checkbox has been enabled.

Sound check-box Click to select Sound for Alarm; operable when Generate Alarm check-box is checked. Browse Sound Now button Browse files for the sound *.wav file you want for the Generated Alarm to sound. Click Sound Now button to generate the selected sound.

Note:Numerous events and links are defined in Panel Links. The Operators must avoid conflicts or illogical definitions. Not all event sources that appear in Panel Links are enabled in the panel, and the Operator should verify them. Test the Link condition operations after making any changes in the Link definitions.

5.14 Creating Elevator ControlElevator control can be created in the following four simple steps. Step One: Assign a reader to the elevator control.Page 55 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

How to Set Up a SiteNormally, a reader is associated with a door. For elevator control, a selected reader should be associated with several outputs (floors). In the reader Properties window, deselect the Open Door check box. See Setting Door Properties section on page 33. Step Two: Create output groups. Every output group represents a floor or several floors. To create an output group, see Creating Output Groups on page 42.

Note:When creating an output group for the elevator control, the selection only applies to outputs from the same panel. Step Three: Create panel link. (Only one panel link is required.) Figure 35 shows the Panel Link configuration.

Figure 35: Panel Link ConfigurationStep Four: Associate users with elevator control rights. Each user can be associated with the relevant access group to allow that user access to specific floors, as needed. In the General tab of the User window, associate a user with output groups. See General User Properties, on page 45.


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5.15 Creating Status MapsThe Status Map displays the status of every door, input, output, antipassback rules and alarms in the facility on user-selected floor plans.

To set-up a Status Map:1. In the tree view, click on Events, then click Status Map and click on the New Element icon 2. 3. .

A new map element appears in the tree view. Right-click on the new map element. A shortcut menu appears. Select the Picture option. The Select Image File window opens.

Note:To change map image and/or to add objects on the map, you must press the Pause key (see Toolbar, page 19), after which the option to right click the map name on the tree view will be enabled. Select a graphic file for the Status Map background. The file is shown in the display area in one of the following formats: jpg, gif or bmp.

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How to Set Up a SiteClick on Networks and right-click on a door, reader, input, output, panel or another status map that should be displayed as an object on the status map. Select Add to Map from the shortcut menu. The object appears on the status map, and can be dragged to its correct position.

Figure 37: Status Map with Door6. Right-click on a map object to set its properties, and select Show on Map from the shortcut menu. The Show on Map window opens.

Figure 38: Show on Map window7. Enable the Status checkbox to display the objects state on the status map. For a door's Show on Map properties, select: By Door Monitor- show the door's open state based on its physical position. By Door Output- show the door's open state based in the status of its lock.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 58

How to Set Up a Site8. Repeat step 57 until all objects are shown on the status map, as required. Repeats steps 17 to setup additional status maps.

Note:Status map icons can also be added to other status maps, indicating where the two map areas meet.

5.16 Setting Door ForcedDoor Forced occurs when a controlled door opens illegally when the door relay output is not activated. This may occur if someone opens a door without inputting a valid code or using a Door REX button. In order to detect a Door Forced condition, the door must be equipped with a door contact connected to the Monitor to the Monitor Input of the relevant door. When Door Forced is enabled, the system can generate a Door Forced event, which can be used to generate an alarm or to toggle an output.

Figure 39: Door Properties

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How to Set Up a Site3) Enter a delay (if required) in Minutes and Seconds. Usually, delays are nor required since Door Forced is detected immediately. This setting allows a "Door Forced" event to be generated. The event can then be used to generate a system alarm, or to activate an output. All of these possibilities may be configured in the "Links" window. On the AxTrax Tree menu, select Network>Panel>Panel links> "New" command button. The Links window opens, followed by the Door Properties window. Define the location and results of the Door Forced conditions: In "Source Type" and "Source" select the Door on which Door Forced should occur. In "Event" select "Door Forced Open". In "Destination" and "Destination Type," select the operation that Door Forced should trigger (including "None" if applicable). 6) To generate an alarm condition, enable the "Alarm" checkbox and define the alarm details as described above.

4) 5)

Figure 40: Door Forced Settings

5.17 Setting Door Held OpenDoor Held Open is a condition where the controlled door remains open longer than a predefined period. This is useful for detecting a condition in which a door is not closed condition after it has been validly opened. TheAS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 60

How to Set Up a SiteDoor Held Open condition may occur if someone blocks the door for free passage. In order to detect the Door Forced condition, the door must be equipped with a Door contact, connected to the Monitor input of the relevant door. When Door Held Open is enabled, the system can generate a Door Held Open event, which can generate an alarm or can toggle some output.

Figure 41: Door Properties

To Set Door Held Open1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) On the AxTrax Tree menu, select Network>Panel>Door. The Door Properties window opens. Enable the "Door Held Open" checkbox. Enter the required delay in Minutes and Seconds. (Normally, 30 seconds is a sufficient delay. This setting generates a "Door Held Open" event, which can be used to generate a system alarm, or to activate an output. These possibilities can be configured in the "Links" window. On the AxTrax Tree menu, select Network>Panel>Panel links> "New" command button. The Links window opens, followed by the Door Properties window. Define the location and results of the Door Held Open conditions: In "Source Type" and "Source" select the Door on which Door Held Open occurs. In "Event" select "Door Held Open".Page 61 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

How to Set Up a SiteIn "Destination" and "Destination Type" select the operation that Door Held Open will trigger (including "None" if applicable. 7) To generate an alarm condition, enable the "Alarm" checkbox and define the alarm details as described above.

Figure 42: Door Held Open Settings

5.18 Door InterlockDoor Interlock, sometimes referred as Mantrap, prevents two or more related doors from opening at the same time. It may be useful for the entry holes of Clean Rooms or in other facilities with two exit doors. It should only be possible to open one door at a time with a valid user code. Axtrax features a dedicated mechanism to define Interlock for 2, 3, or 4 doors, as long as they are located on the same access control panel. Interlock cannot be used in panels that support a single door. To enable Interlock, related doors must be equipped with a door position sensor, connected to the Door Monitor input of the relevant doors. Door Interlock only restricts user entry through readers or keypads. The use of REX button or Links settings should not be used to activate doors, which are not limited by Interlock. Doors are considered open when either the Door Monitor or the Door Relay are opened, and it should not be possible to open any otherAS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 62

How to Set Up a Siterelated door with user codes. If an attempt is made to open another door, an "Access denied-Door interlock" event is generated.

Setting Door Interlock In a typical Interlock application with a 2Doors/4Reader panel controlling entry and exit to a restricted area, the doors and readers may be located as follows: Door1/Reader1 - Entry from outside into Man Trap room Door1/Reader2 Exit from Man Trap room to outside Door2/Reader3 - Entry from Man Trap room into restricted area Door2/Reader4 Exit from restricted area into Man Trap roomRestricted area Entry and Exit Room room Reader1 Reader2 Reader3

Reader4

Door1 Door2

Figure 43: Door Interlock DiagramAxtrax Door Interlock Setting: 1) 2) 3) Edit "Panel screen >> Options tab". In "Door Interlock" select "Enabled" checkbox. Enable at least two door checkboxes.

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Figure 44: Setting Door Interlock


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ViTrax Video Integration

6.Step

ViTrax Video IntegrationActionConnecting to ViTrax Server. Adding a Camera to AC-525 panel. Using Panel Links. Viewing Recorded Events.

Utilizing cameras on your AC-525 panel is done using the following Steps:

SectionSee Connecting to ViTrax Server, page 65. Adding a Camera to AC-525 panel, page 65. See Setting Panel Links, page 53. See Viewing Recorded events, page 69.

6.1 Connecting to ViTrax ServerDefine the ViTrax Server database with which the AS-525 AxTrax Software communicates.

To Connect to ViTrax Server:1. When the ViTrax Server is running, click File/ViTrax Server. The ViTrax Servers window is displayed.New Edit Delete

Figure 45: ViTrax Servers2. Click the New icon on the toolbar. The Server ViTrax window is displayed

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Figure 46: Server ViTrax window3. 4. 5. In the ViTrax IP Address field, type in either Local host or other IP address name. In the ViTrax User Name, type in Username In the ViTrax Password, type in Password

Note:The Password typed must resemble the non-default password for the server. Click Auto connect on Start checkbox. Click Connect. Click OK. The message ViTrax Server Connected is displayed.

6. 7. 8.

The ViTrax server now appears in the ViTrax Servers window list (see Figure 45).

Figure 47: ViTrax Server list


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6.2 Adding a Camera to AC-525 panelDefining communication of AC-525 cameras to the ViTrax Server, is done physically between the camera and the AC-525 panel, see AC-525 Installation Manual. The cameras available on this network are displayed when clicking the Network on the tree. When clicking the icon the camera list is displayed. Expand the tree to see which cameras are connected to which panels.

To configure a camera to the network:Configure the Network as seen in Section 5.2. Once the camera is physically installed, the system reads the camera on the network and displays it on the tree.

Figure 48: Camera icon

To view the camera list:Click the Camera icon. The Camera list window is displayed.

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Figure 49: Camera icon

6.3 Conditioned Recording via Panel LinksYou can select the source, destination, and period of recordings using Conditioned Recording sequences, programmed via the Panel Links screen.

To create a panel link:1. 2. In the tree view, click on Networks. The available networks are listed in the display area. Select a network and expand a panel in the tree view. Select Panel Links and select a link from the display area. Click on the Edit icon . The Links Window opens.


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Figure 50: Local Recording3. 4. In Destination Type drop-down list, select Local recording. In Destination drop-down list, select a camera: momentarily recording or pre event recording, and then click OK.

6.4 Viewing Recorded eventsIn the Camera Properties window you can view live streaming and edit various camera properties.

To access Camera Properties:1. Double-click Camera in the Tree View.

Figure 51: Camera Properties2. Double-click Camera in the Tree View. The Camera Properties window is displayed.

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Figure 52: Camera Properties windowThe Camera Properties window includes the following:

FieldProperties PC Archive Local Archive Audio from Camera Audio to Camera3. Click OK.

DescriptionCamera hardware properties Streams saved in PC Streams saved in USB-key Enable the option and select volume Enable the option and select Microphone Device

Note:ViTrax Server must be running to view recordings. For more information on camera properties, see ViTrax Software Manual.

To access Live Video:1. Right-click Camera in the Tree View.


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Figure 53: View Live Camera2. In the Right-click menu, select View. The Live Video Streaming window is displayed.

Figure 54: Live Video StreamingThe Live Video Streaming window includes the following:

Icon

NameRecording Stop Audio to Camera

DescriptionSaving streams to archive, page 19. Stops Recording to the archive. Speak from PC microphone by calling to Panel Ram

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Click Cancel to close.

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Manual Operation

7.

Manual Operation

In addition to the AxTrax AS-525's automated monitoring and control of the access control network, it is also possible to control the network directly.

7.1 Controlling the Door ManuallyThe Door Manual Operation window allows an operator to open or close a selected group of doors directly.

To manually open or close a door:1. Click the Open Door Manually icon on the toolbar.

The Door Manual Operation window opens.

Figure 55: Door Manual Operation windowThe operator can sort the listed panels/doors in regular or reverse order by clicking the column header with the left mouse button. 2. Select an option: Open momentarily- All selected doors are opened for the time set in the timer box. Open permanently- All selected doors are opened. Close output- Close the selected doors and return control to the AxTrax AS-525. Enable the checkboxes to select to which doors the operation applies.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 72

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Manual OperationClick Apply to perform the operation.

Note:Door Manual Operation can only control doors that have been set as Manual Door Open Enabled in the Door Properties window. See Setting Door Properties, page 33.

7.2 Changing the Reader ModeThe Manual Reader Operations window allows an operator to change the operation mode of a reader. Readers have six possible operation modes: Inactive: The reader is not in use. Card Only: The reader will accept cards only. PIN Only: The reader will accept PIN inputs only. Card or PIN: The reader will accept both cards and PINs. Desktop: The reader is inactive, but can record new cards for the AxTrax AS-525 database. No Access Mode: The reader will not grant access to users. Card + PIN: The reader requires both a card and then a PIN. The PIN must be entered within 10 seconds of the card.

To manually change the reader mode:1. Expand the Networks element on the tree view and expand a selected network. Select a panel in the tree view and click the Change Reader Mode icon .

The Manual Reader Operations window opens.

Figure 56: Manual Reader Operations WindowPage 73 AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide

Manual Operation2. Select an option: Change operation mode permanently- Resets all selected readers to the selected operation mode. Change operation mode until Card+PIN starts- Resets all selected readers to the selected operation mode until they enter a secured time zone. In the secured time zone, the operation mode switches to Card + PIN. Default- Returns control of the readers to the system. Enable the checkboxes to select to which readers the operation applies. Click Apply to perform the operation.

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Note:For more information on secured (Card + PIN) time zones, see General Reader Operation Settings, page 35.

7.3 Controlling Outputs ManuallyThe Manual Output Operation window allows an operator to open or close a selected group of outputs on a panel directly.

To manually open or close an output:1. Expand the Networks element on the tree view and expand a selected network. Select a panel in the tree view, and then click the Change Output Operation icon .

Figure 57: Manual Output Operation windowAS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 74

Manual Operation2. Select an option: Open momentarily- Opens all selected outputs for the time set in the timer box. Open permanently- Opens all selected outputs. Close output and return to default mode- Closes the selected outputs and returns control to the AxTrax AS-525. Enable the checkboxes to select to which outputs the operation applies. Click Apply to perform the operation.

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7.4 Manually Disarming InputsThe Manual Input Operation window allows an operator to disarm a selected group of inputs on a panel directly. Armed input means input is active; Disarmed input is inactive and will not trigger any operation or alarms.

To manually disarm or re-arm an input:1. Expand the Networks element on the tree view and expand a selected network. Select a panel in the tree view and click the Change Input Operation icon .

Figure 58: Manual Input Operation window2. Select an option: Input permanently disarmed- Deactivates all selected inputs. Arm input and return to default mode- Reactivates the selected inputs and returns control to the AxTrax AS-525.

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Manual Operation3. Enable the checkboxes to select to which inputs the operation applies. Click Apply to perform the operation.

7.5 Testing the SirenThe Manual Siren Operation window allows an operator to test the siren for a selected panel.

To test the siren:1. Expand the Networks element on the tree view and expand a selected network. Select a panel in the tree view, and then click the Siren Operation icons.

Figure 59: Manual Siren Operations window2. Select an option: Open momentarily- Sounds the siren for the time set in the timer box. Close siren and return to default mode- Silences the siren and returns control to the AxTrax AS-525. Click Apply to perform the operation.

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Reports

8.

Reports

The AxTrax AS-525 supports two types of report. Immediate reports list details of recent movements (within the last few hours). They are shown in the display area and can be exported. Archive reports are immediately exported.

8.1 Immediate ReportsThere are four types of immediate report: Who's been in today- Lists where and at what time each user was granted access for the first time today. Last known Position- Lists where and at what time today each user was most recently granted access. Roll-Call Readers- Lists the last time each reader was accessed, and by whom, within the last 199 hours. Roll-Call Areas- Lists all users currently within the selected area, sorted by department and entry time. The report lists all personnel who entered the facility within the last 199 hours. To show an immediate report, select it from the Reports element of the tree-view, under Immediate.

To create a new immediate report:1. Expand the Reports element and select Immediate from the tree view. Click the New icon on the toolbar.

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The Immediate Reports Wizard opens.

Figure 60: Immediate Reports Wizard (Step 1)3. Select a report type and click Next.AS-525 AxTrax Software Installation and User Guide Page 77

ReportsFollow the on-screen wizard instructions until the wizard has completed. The display area lists the new report.

8.2 Archive ReportsThere are three ways of producing archive reports.

Panels events reportsPanel event reports displays details of all recorded panel events. There are 5 available panel event reports. Attendance report - Lists the attendance hours for selected users, sorted by date. Results include hours present, time in and time out. Panels report - Lists all the events recorded by the selected panels, sorted by date. Access report - Lists all access events recorded by the selected readers, sorted by reader and date. Areas report - Lists all users within selected access areas, sorted by department and date. Readers report - Lists all users who have accessed the selected readers, sorted by department and date. Visitor report Lists visitors who have made a visit to a certain user or department, or lists all related visitors.

System AxTrax events reportSystem AxTrax event reports list details of system and operator activity. There are 3 available panel event reports. System report - Lists all operations performed by the AxTrax server, sorted by date. Operators report - Lists all the operations performed by registered system operators, sorted by operation event type and date. Alarms report - Lists all raised system alarms, sorted by operator and date.

Interactive reportInteractive reports list details of users and their access activity. User details

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